Pest control advice, DIY tips, and information to help you identify and understand common pest issues.
November 25, 2014
Think pests are not active because the temperature dropped below freezing? Think again. A technician found very active and very alive termites in the middle of winter in Knoxville, TN. Cold weather...
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Pest control does not have to be a luxury item. Do-it-yourself pest control methods can often become costly, time-consuming, and quite often worsen the problem, only creating further frustration. Many over-the-counter...
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Be careful with do-it-yourself ant control. Box store products are usually half strength, have little residual effect, and are typically repellents that will make matters worse rather than better. To add...
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About Bed Bugs Bed bugs are small, flat, reddish-brown insects approximately 3/8 inch long. They are smart, elusive, hardy, and methodical. They do not discriminate. Bed bugs can be found in...
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Eastern Subterranean Termites The Eastern Subterranean Termite is the most common and destructive termite species in Virginia. These termites live in underground colonies and travel through mud tubes to reach wood...
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Hearing noises? Finding droppings in your kitchen, garage, attic, or crawl space? You probably have a rodent issue. The first important step is to determine what type of rodent you...
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